For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,083 students in 47042, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 47042, IN are South Ripley Junior High School, South Ripley Elementary School and South Ripley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47042 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47042, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47042, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Ripley Junior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1589 S Benham Rd
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-0909
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-0909
Grades: 7-8
| 163 students
Rank: #22.
South Ripley Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1568 S Benham Rd
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5383
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5383
Grades: PK-6
| 575 students
Rank: #33.
South Ripley High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1589 S Benham Rd
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5303
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5303
Grades: 9-12
| 345 students
Rank: n/an/a
Southeastern Career Center
Vocational School
901 West Us 50
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5253
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5253
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47042, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47042, IN include South Ripley Junior High School, South Ripley Elementary School and South Ripley High School.
How many public schools are located in 47042?
4 public schools are located in 47042.
What is the racial composition of students in 47042?
47042 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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